๐ฃ๐๐ Lawtell Elementary School Parent Orientation Days Are Almost Here! ๐๐
The countdown to an amazing school year has begun, and we canโt wait to welcome our Trojan families back to campus!
Join us for Parent Orientation to meet your childโs teachers, learn about classroom expectations, receive important school information, and help your child get off to a successful start this school year.
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Orientation Schedule:
๐ Monday, August 10 โ Kindergartenโ4th Grade
๐ Tuesday, August 11 โ 5thโ7th Grade
๐ Wednesday, August 12 โ 8th Grade
๐ Time: 4:00โ5:30 PM
๐ Lawtell Elementary School
1010 School Road
Opelousas, LA
๐ Questions? Call us at 337-543-2315.
We encourage all parents and guardians to attend. Your partnership is one of the greatest keys to your childโs success, and weโre excited to work together to make this our best school year yet!
Together, we make Trojans STRONG! ๐๐
#LawtellElementary #LawtellTrojans #ParentOrientation #BackToSchool #TrojanStrong #StLandryParishSchools #TogetherWeGrow #SmallSchoolBigOpportunities #ReadyForSuccess #OpelousasLA

๐๐ NOW ENROLLING: PRE-K at Lawtell Elementary School! ๐๐
Give your little one the best start at Lawtell Elementary School, where Small School. Big Opportunities. ๐
Our Pre-K program provides a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment where children learn, grow, and thrive through play, discovery, and meaningful learning experiences.
โจ Your child will:
๐ Build confidence
๐ค Make new friends
๐จ Learn through play and exploration
๐ค Develop early reading and math skills
๐ Be prepared for Kindergarten and beyond
โณ Limited spots are still available! Donโt waitโsecure your childโs place before the new school year begins.
๐ Call us today: 337-543-2315
๐ Lawtell Elementary School
1010 School Road
Opelousas, LA
We canโt wait to welcome your family to the Lawtell Trojan Family! ๐๐
#LawtellElementary #LawtellTrojans #PreK #NowEnrolling #EarlyChildhoodEducation #SmallSchoolBigOpportunities #FutureTrojans #StLandryParishSchools #OpelousasLA #ReadyForKindergarten

๐๐๐ Lawtell Elementary Families, Itโs Registration Time! ๐๐๐
The countdown is over! ๐ We canโt wait to welcome our new and returning Trojans for another amazing school year!
๐ Lawtell Elementary School Registration
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August 3-4, 2026
โฐ 12-3pm
๐ Lawtell Elementary School
Come ready to:
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Complete registration
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Update student information
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Ask questions
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Get your child ready for an incredible school year!
Our staff is excited to meet you and help make the registration process quick and easy.
๐ Once a Trojan, Always a Trojan! ๐
#LawtellElementary #LawtellTrojans #TrojanPride #BackToSchool #RegistrationDay #StLandryParish #SchoolReady #ItsAGreatDayToBeATrojan #PurpleAndGold

๐ป Registration is OPEN for the St. Landry Parish Remote Learning Academy!
We are now accepting applications for incoming 5th - 12th graders for the upcoming school year.
Choose the learning style that best fits your student:
๐ก Asynchronous: Self-paced learning.
๐ต Live Instruction: Daily live classes with certified teachers.
๐ข Hybrid: A mix of both live and self-paced instruction.
๐ Bonus: Eligible students can get tuition assistance for Dual Enrollment at LSUA or NSU (up to 12 college hours)!
๐ Deadline: July 31, 2026
๐ Register Now: tinyurl.com/slprla
๐ Questions/Tech Support? Call 337-948-3657 if you need help completing the online application.
We are now accepting applications for incoming 5th - 12th graders for the upcoming school year.
Choose the learning style that best fits your student:
๐ก Asynchronous: Self-paced learning.
๐ต Live Instruction: Daily live classes with certified teachers.
๐ข Hybrid: A mix of both live and self-paced instruction.
๐ Bonus: Eligible students can get tuition assistance for Dual Enrollment at LSUA or NSU (up to 12 college hours)!
๐ Deadline: July 31, 2026
๐ Register Now: tinyurl.com/slprla
๐ Questions/Tech Support? Call 337-948-3657 if you need help completing the online application.

Early Dismissal Tomorrow!
Friendly reminder to all of our families and staff that tomorrow, Wednesday, May 20th, 2026, is an Early Dismissal day.
Please ensure arrangements are made for your child's afternoon transportation and pickup. Thank you!
Friendly reminder to all of our families and staff that tomorrow, Wednesday, May 20th, 2026, is an Early Dismissal day.
Please ensure arrangements are made for your child's afternoon transportation and pickup. Thank you!

As we continue our celebration of Better Hearing and Speech Month, St. Landry Parish would like to recognize Stephanie Guidry, M.S. L/SLP, CCC-SLP.
Serving our students at Lawtell Elementary, Lawtell Head Start, and Grand Prairie Elementary, Stephanie works tirelessly to ensure every child has a voice and the support they need to succeed. Thank you, Stephanie, for your commitment to excellence in our schools!
Serving our students at Lawtell Elementary, Lawtell Head Start, and Grand Prairie Elementary, Stephanie works tirelessly to ensure every child has a voice and the support they need to succeed. Thank you, Stephanie, for your commitment to excellence in our schools!

Today we celebrate the amazing nurses across St. Landry Parish! ๐พโจ
Thank you for your tireless dedication, your compassion, and for keeping our children safe every single day. You make our district a better place! We are so grateful to have you on our team!
Thank you for your tireless dedication, your compassion, and for keeping our children safe every single day. You make our district a better place! We are so grateful to have you on our team!

Behind every successful student is a teacher who never gave up on them.๐
To the ones who make learning an adventure: Thank you. ๐ We are so grateful for our incredible educators who go above and beyond every single day. This week, we celebrate the passion, patience, and dedication of our educators!
To the ones who make learning an adventure: Thank you. ๐ We are so grateful for our incredible educators who go above and beyond every single day. This week, we celebrate the passion, patience, and dedication of our educators!

โจ๐ฃ๏ธ May is National Speech-Language-Hearing Month! ๐ฃ๏ธโจ
Communication is the heart of how we connect with the world. This month, weโre spreading awareness about the importance of early intervention and accessible communication for everyone.
Whether itโs through speech, sign, or assistive technology, every voice deserves to be heard.Whether itโs through speech, sign, or assistive technology, every voice deserves to be heard.๐๐
Communication is the heart of how we connect with the world. This month, weโre spreading awareness about the importance of early intervention and accessible communication for everyone.
Whether itโs through speech, sign, or assistive technology, every voice deserves to be heard.Whether itโs through speech, sign, or assistive technology, every voice deserves to be heard.๐๐

๐คโจ Youโre Invited! โจ๐ค
Celebrate MACAโs 20th Anniversary Talent Showcase with an exciting night of live performances by our talented students and special guest performers! ๐
Enjoy the evening with vendors, concessions, and great entertainment for the whole community!
๐ Admission: $8 Adults | $3 Students
๐ Get your tickets here: https://slpsb.schoolcashonline.com/Fee/Details/9351/570/False/True
Bring your family and friends and come support an unforgettable night at MACA! ๐ถ๐ฅ
Celebrate MACAโs 20th Anniversary Talent Showcase with an exciting night of live performances by our talented students and special guest performers! ๐
Enjoy the evening with vendors, concessions, and great entertainment for the whole community!
๐ Admission: $8 Adults | $3 Students
๐ Get your tickets here: https://slpsb.schoolcashonline.com/Fee/Details/9351/570/False/True
Bring your family and friends and come support an unforgettable night at MACA! ๐ถ๐ฅ

Happy Administrative Professionals Day to the people who truly keep the world spinning! ๐โจ From managing the chaos to keeping the gears turning, your hard work behind the scenes is what makes our success possible. Weโd be lost without you!

A SLPSB Community Mental Health Awareness Community Event- SAVE THE DATE
Walk A Mile in My Shoes
Wednesday, May 13, 2026
4pm - 6pm
Donald Gardner Stadium
Walk A Mile in My Shoes
Wednesday, May 13, 2026
4pm - 6pm
Donald Gardner Stadium

Meeting Notice: Special Education Advisory Council (SEAC) Meeting ~Date: Tuesday, April 21st at 4:15 PM ~Location: St. Landry Parish Pupil Appraisal Center ~ We invite all community members to attend. The agenda can be found at https://aptg.co/jP-FPX.

St. Landry Parish families and neighbors:
The future of our schools is a community decision, and we want to ensure all community members are well-informed. Superintendent Milton Batiste III is hosting three informal meetings to walk through the upcoming millage proposal. This isn't just a presentation; itโs a space for you to ask questions, view data, and see exactly how this funding will affect our students, staff, and schools.
If youโve been wondering why this millage is needed, how it will impact you, how the funds will be used, or if you have read things on social media and you want to ask questions about these topics, these sessions are for you. Weโre committed to transparency and want every voter to feel confident and informed before heading to the polls.
๐๏ธ When & Where
Location: St. Landry Parish School Board โ Resource Center
Monday, April 13 @ 3:45 PM
Wednesday, April 15 @ 5:00 PM
Monday, April 20 @ 6:00 PM
These meetings are open to everyone. We hope to see you there!
The future of our schools is a community decision, and we want to ensure all community members are well-informed. Superintendent Milton Batiste III is hosting three informal meetings to walk through the upcoming millage proposal. This isn't just a presentation; itโs a space for you to ask questions, view data, and see exactly how this funding will affect our students, staff, and schools.
If youโve been wondering why this millage is needed, how it will impact you, how the funds will be used, or if you have read things on social media and you want to ask questions about these topics, these sessions are for you. Weโre committed to transparency and want every voter to feel confident and informed before heading to the polls.
๐๏ธ When & Where
Location: St. Landry Parish School Board โ Resource Center
Monday, April 13 @ 3:45 PM
Wednesday, April 15 @ 5:00 PM
Monday, April 20 @ 6:00 PM
These meetings are open to everyone. We hope to see you there!

Itโs National Robotics Week! ๐คโ๏ธ
In St. Landry Parish, we are highlighting the importance of STEM and the incredible opportunities robotics provides for our students to learn, build, and innovate. ๐๐ป
In St. Landry Parish, we are highlighting the importance of STEM and the incredible opportunities robotics provides for our students to learn, build, and innovate. ๐๐ป

Happy National Librarian Day! ๐โจ
Today, we celebrate the incredible librarians across St. Landry Parish who make our schools and communities a better place. Thank you for helping our students find their next favorite story and for fostering a lifelong love of learning. We appreciate all that you do! ๐โค๏ธ
Today, we celebrate the incredible librarians across St. Landry Parish who make our schools and communities a better place. Thank you for helping our students find their next favorite story and for fostering a lifelong love of learning. We appreciate all that you do! ๐โค๏ธ

St. Landry Parish Student Arts Expo is almost here! ๐ผ๏ธโจ
Join us on Saturday, April 11, from 10am-4pm at Courthouse Square in Opelousas. Enjoy live performances, over 500 student art displays, and fun street activities. It's free and fun for the whole family! Hope to see you downtown!
Join us on Saturday, April 11, from 10am-4pm at Courthouse Square in Opelousas. Enjoy live performances, over 500 student art displays, and fun street activities. It's free and fun for the whole family! Hope to see you downtown!

Happy Paraprofessional Appreciation Day! ๐๐
Today we celebrate the unsung heroes of our classrooms! Our paraprofessionals work tirelessly every day to provide essential support, encouragement, and guidance to our students.
From helping with lessons to providing support, your dedication makes a world of difference in our district. We couldnโt do what we do without you! Please join us in thanking our amazing paras for their heart and hard work! โค๏ธ
Today we celebrate the unsung heroes of our classrooms! Our paraprofessionals work tirelessly every day to provide essential support, encouragement, and guidance to our students.
From helping with lessons to providing support, your dedication makes a world of difference in our district. We couldnโt do what we do without you! Please join us in thanking our amazing paras for their heart and hard work! โค๏ธ

Happy National Occupational Therapy Month! ๐จ๐งฑ๐
This month, we are celebrating our wonderful Occupational Therapists! In our district, OT helps students build the 'skills for the job of living'.
We are so grateful for the creative and dedicated ways our OT team helps every student reach their full potential. Join us in saying thank you to an OT today!
This month, we are celebrating our wonderful Occupational Therapists! In our district, OT helps students build the 'skills for the job of living'.
We are so grateful for the creative and dedicated ways our OT team helps every student reach their full potential. Join us in saying thank you to an OT today!

April is Autism Awareness Month! ๐โจ
This month, we join together to celebrate the unique perspectives, talents, and strengths of individuals on the autism spectrum. Our district is committed to fostering an environment of inclusion, understanding, and support for all of our students and families.
Letโs continue to build a community where everyone feels seen, heard, and valued. Together, we can make a difference! ๐
This month, we join together to celebrate the unique perspectives, talents, and strengths of individuals on the autism spectrum. Our district is committed to fostering an environment of inclusion, understanding, and support for all of our students and families.
Letโs continue to build a community where everyone feels seen, heard, and valued. Together, we can make a difference! ๐

